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R509 AUY

1998 Triumph Speed

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

22,085 mi
Last recorded22,085 miles
Recorded on6 May 2022
Typical for 1998 Triumph Speed21,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR509 AUY
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2022 22,085 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 22,074 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2020 22,074 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2019 21,347 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 21,159 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 20,744 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 20,239 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 19,509 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 17,845 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed?

Based on 21,422 MOT tests across 3,997 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
774
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
3,997
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 72
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 67
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 57
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 55
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 40
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R509 AUY is a 1998 Triumph Speed in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Speed models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 21,069 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Speed fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 72 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R509 AUY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Triumph Speed is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R509 AUY registered?

R509 AUY is a 1998 Triumph Speed, first registered on 7 May 1998.

Is R509 AUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R509 AUY shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R509 AUY have outstanding finance?

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